PDS-08®PediatricDaily SynbioticMonthly RefillFor Kids + Teens (3-17)

PDS-08 Packaging

24.5 Billion AFU

No refrigeration necessary.

Clinically studied 2-in-1 powdered synbiotic, formulated for children and adolescents ages 3-17 with 9 probiotic strains and a fiber-based prebiotic.

Need-to-Knows

  • Formulated for benefits in and beyond the gut.
  • 5g of prebiotic fiber per serving.
  • No observed side effects or GI distress.
  • Engineered to survive digestion.
  • No refrigeration necessary.
Rigorously monitored for over 20 total allergens including the 14 classes defined by the European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA):
No Added Sugar icon
No Added Sugar
Soy-tested icon
Soy-tested
Gluten-tested icon
Gluten-tested
Dairy-tested icon
Dairy-tested
Nuts-tested icon
Nuts-tested
Sesame-tested icon
Sesame-tested

Designed withhow-do-I-get-my-kid-to-take-this-dailyin mind.

Evidence-based Benefits

Composition-specific Benefits

PDS-08® is the first 9-strain pediatric synbiotic to be studied in a double-blind, randomized 12-week trial in a pediatric population, demonstrating that it is tolerable and health-promoting for children and adolescents. The following benefits were observed in the composition as a whole:

Easy, frequent bowel movements.
Easy, frequent bowel movements.

Studied in a pediatric population1 to support digestive function and regular, healthy bowel movements in children with fewer than five bowel movements per week.2

Promotes healthy regularity.
Promotes healthy regularity.

Maintains healthy bowel movement regularity1 among non-constipated2 children without creating hyper-frequency of bowel movements.

Exceptionally well tolerated.
Exceptionally well tolerated.

No observed side effects or GI distress (such as pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea1) as commonly reported with many fiber-based dietary supplements, probiotics, and high-dose fermentable prebiotics.

Increase of <i>Bifidobacterium</i>.
Increase of Bifidobacterium.

Significantly enriches Bifidobacterium3 in the pediatric gut microbiome as demonstrated via metagenomic shotgun sequencing.4

Production of Short-Chain Fatty Acids <i>in vitro</i>.
Production of Short-Chain Fatty Acids in vitro.

Significant increase in the concentration of SCFAs present in the colon compartment of SHIME®,5 suggesting that PDS-08® supports the production of SCFAs in the lower gut.

Studied in a pediatric population1 to support digestive function and regular, healthy bowel movements in children with fewer than five bowel movements per week.2

Maintains healthy bowel movement regularity1 among non-constipated2 children without creating hyper-frequency of bowel movements.

No observed side effects or GI distress (such as pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea1) as commonly reported with many fiber-based dietary supplements, probiotics, and high-dose fermentable prebiotics.

Significantly enriches Bifidobacterium3 in the pediatric gut microbiome as demonstrated via metagenomic shotgun sequencing.4

Significant increase in the concentration of SCFAs present in the colon compartment of SHIME®,5 suggesting that PDS-08® supports the production of SCFAs in the lower gut.

Strain-specific Benefits

In addition to conducting a trial on the PDS-08® formulation as a whole, all strains included have been independently studied in clinical trials for efficacy and tolerability in a pediatric population.

Gastrointestinal Immunity/Health

Formulated to support overall gastrointestinal function and healthy digestive responses.

  • Supports gut health and comfort*
  • Supports healthy regularity*
  • Supports healthy stool consistency*
  • Supports growth of healthy fecal bacteria*
  • Supports gut integrity and barrier function*
  • Supports intestinal immunity*
Dermatological Health
Dermatological Health

Formulated to support and maintain skin health and reinforce the gut-skin axis.

  • Supports healthy, smooth skin*
  • Supports clear skin*
  • Reinforces the gut-skin axis*
Respiratory Health
Respiratory Health

Formulated to support healthy respiratory tract function and response to seasonal allergens in children.

  • Supports healthy respiratory tract function and airway response*
  • Supports a healthy response to seasonal allergens*
  • Formulated to support overall gastrointestinal function and healthy digestive responses.
  • Supports gut health and comfort*
  • Supports healthy regularity*
  • Supports healthy stool consistency*
  • Supports growth of healthy fecal bacteria*
  • Supports gut integrity and barrier function*
  • Supports intestinal immunity*
  • Formulated to support and maintain skin health and reinforce the gut-skin axis.
  • Supports healthy, smooth skin*
  • Supports clear skin*
  • Reinforces the gut-skin axis*
  • Validated in children to support healthy respiratory tract function and response to seasonal allergens.
  • Supports healthy respiratory tract function and airway response*
  • Supports a healthy response to seasonal allergens*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

20.0 Billion AFU

6g molecular weighted inulin + FOS

No refrigeration required.

Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus SD-GG-IT
Lactobacillus acidophilus SD-NCFM-US
Bifidobacterium lactis SD-Bi07-US
Bifidobacterium breve SD-BR3-IT
Bifidobacterium breve SD-B632-IT
Ligilactobacillus salivarius SD-LS01-IT
Bifidobacterium lactis SD-CECT8145-SP
Bifidobacterium longum SD-CECT7347-SP
Lacticaseibacillus casei SD-CECT9104-SP
Molecular weight profiled inulin and fructooligosaccharides from chicory root.
Glyceryl fatty acid esters (for microencapsulation of certain probiotic strains).

Rigorously monitored for over 20 total allergens including the 14 classes defined by the European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA)

VeganVegan
Gluten-testedGluten-tested
Dairy-testedDairy-tested
Soy-testedSoy-tested
Nuts-testedNuts-tested
Shellfish-testedShellfish-tested
Sesame-testedSesame-tested
No Added SugarNo Added Sugar
Glyphosphate/ AMPA-testedGlyphosphate/ AMPA-tested
Corn-testedCorn-tested
No BindersNo Binders
No PreservativesNo Preservatives
Prop. 65 CompliantProp. 65 Compliant

Bridges thefiber gap.

Fiber is one of the hardest nutrients to incorporate into a child's diet—it can also directly impact the health of the gut microbiome.

95% of children and adults in the US do not reach theirdaily recommended fiber intake.

Recommended pediatric daily fiber intake

With 5g of prebiotic fiber in one dose, PDS-08® makes it easier for parents to meet their child’s recommended daily fiber intake.

GroupGrams of fiber/day
Children 1-3 years19 grams
Children 4-8 years25 grams
Boys 9-13 years31 grams
Girls 9-13 years26 grams
With 5 grams of fiber per serving, PDS-08® is a meaningful complement to a healthy diet.
FoodServing sizeFiber/servingQuantity to match PDS-08®
ApplesApples1 medium w/skin3.7g1.4 apples
StrawberriesStrawberries1 cup3.4g1.5 cups
CherriesCherries10 cherries1.3g38 cherries
BananasBananas1 medium3.0g1.7 bananas
BroccoliBroccoli1/2 cup2.3g1.1 cups
GarlicGarlic1 clove0.19g26.3 cloves
Sweet PotatoesSweet Potatoes1 medium3.0g1.7 sweet potatoes
AlmondsAlmonds1/4 cup3.2g0.4 cups
Brown RiceBrown Rice1 cup3.5g1.4 cups
Multi-grain breadMulti-grain bread1 slice1.5g3.3 slices
PDS-08

Sustainablydelivered, monthly.

Each component of our refill system is designed to protect PDS-08® and be gentler on our Earth.

Month 1 — Welcome Kit

Month 1 — Welcome Kit

Biofilm Sachets (30-day supply) Aluminum BacTrac™ container

Month 2 — Sustainable Refills

Month 2 — Sustainable Refills

Biofilm Sachets (30-day supply)

(this column header is blank)PDS-08®OTC Pediatric ProbioticsFermented FoodsFermented Beverages
9 probiotic strains clinically studied in pediatric populations for benefits across digestive, respiratory, and dermatological healthRare
Studied in a cohort-specific, double-blind, placebo-controlled pediatric trialRare
Dual-phase, fiber-based prebiotic blend containing inulin and Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)Rare
Research-derived dosages (20B AFU)Rare
Produces specific beneficial SFCA (short-chain fatty acids) in vitroUnknownUnknownUnknown
Formulated with two pioneering strains validated in children to support healthy respiratory tract function
Rigorously monitored for 14 of the most common classes of allergens defined by European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA) [through third party testing]Unknown
FREE from added sugar, artificial colorants, flavors, and preservativesCommon
Heat testing to ensure viability through shipping conditionsRare

A new standardin probiotics.

How bacteria are cultured impacts their viability. We optimize our biofermentation for pH, temperature, and 28 other critical growth factors. Our mediums contain no meat or dairy.
7 of the 9 strains are microencapsulated with a lipid coating to further protect from stomach acids, digestive enzymes and bile salts during digestion. This also means that refrigeration is not required.
We do extensive lot-to-lot testing at each step and on the final product. With 50+ QA/QC checkpoints, we monitor purity and strength under both US and EU protocols, including cGMP + HACCP.
All ingredients and their included dosages have been specifically studied in a pediatric population.
Biofermentation
Biofermentation

How bacteria are cultured impacts their viability. We optimize our biofermentation for pH, temperature, and 28 other critical growth factors. Our mediums contain no meat or dairy.

Survivability
Survivability

7 of the 9 strains are microencapsulated with a lipid coating to further protect from stomach acids, digestive enzymes and bile salts during digestion. This also means that refrigeration is not required.

Testing
Testing

We do extensive lot-to-lot testing at each step and on the final product. With 50+ QA/QC checkpoints, we monitor purity and strength under both US and EU protocols, including cGMP + HACCP.

Clinically Derived Dosages
Clinically Derived Dosages

All ingredients and their included dosages have been specifically studied in a pediatric population.

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For the curious.

Pick a time of day to start PDS-08® with your child—you know your child’s routine best. It may be easiest to coincide with a mealtime (and it’s optimal to consume PDS-08® with food).

Take 1 sachet from your BacTrac™ container and pour it into a cold or room-temperature food or drink (Not hot, please.)

Mix well. Stir into food until fully mixed. If stirring into a drink, shake thoroughly in a closed bottle. Bacteria are fragile, so please no heat, blenders, or food processors, as these can impact the viability of the probiotics.

Enjoy within 30 minutes. Yes, this means all of it! As the probiotics and prebiotics are exposed to moisture, they activate and start to interact with one another. If left to sit for too long, this could lead to digestive discomfort after consumption.

Align the top of your BacTrac™ container with the day that you are starting. PDS-08® doesn't require refrigeration, so feel free to store it on your countertop.

Repeat and track so you never miss a day.

Every individual’s body is different, and the benefits one may “feel” (e.g. ease of bloating or easy, frequent poops) are often just the most visceral ones.

One may feel results in as little as 24—48 hours due to localized digestive support, though other longer-term benefits for gut-immune function or respiratory health may take longer, or may not be tangibly noticeable, which is normal. As long as daily intake is continued, PDS-08® is doing the work inside to program, sustain, and enhance your child’s health.

PDS-08® is generally safe to take and there are no known contraindications to use. Our probiotic strains have GRAS and/or QPS status, which designates them as safe for consumption by the United States and European Union, respectively. That said, we would also suggest consulting with a physician or pediatrician before adding any new product to a child’s regimen.

There are no known contraindications with PDS-08® Pediatric Daily Synbiotic and medications, therefore PDS-08® would be generally safe to take alongside any prescription or over-the-counter medications. However, we always recommend consulting with your doctor or family physician so they may advise with the complete knowledge of your child's health history.

PDS-08® Pediatric Daily Synbiotic adheres to a vegan and vegetarian diet and is rigorously monitored for 14 classes of allergens and over 20 total allergens as defined by the European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA), including dairy, gluten, soy, corn, sesame seeds, and nuts (almond, brazil, cashew, hazelnut, macadamia, peanut, pecan, pine, pistachio, and walnut)

Additionally, PDS-08® is preservative-free, Prop 65 compliant, does not contain added sugar, and is rigorously tested for glyphosate, AMPA, and over 500 other pesticides

Your monthly subscription includes a 30-day supply of PDS-08®, each dose housed in biofilm sachets. Your first month’s shipment is your Welcome Kit. It includes a refillable aluminum BacTrac™ container holding the first month’s supply of PDS-08® as well as some reading materials.

Each month, you will receive a 30-day supply of PDS-08®, which you can store in your refillable BacTrac™.

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PDS-08® Pediatric Daily Synbiotic - Monthly refill